Presque Isle

The words "Mainely Outdoors" shown in the upper-left shown over a photo of a river with trees along the banks and a bird swimming in the river.
1 year ago

Use sounds not silence to bag a buck

Maine’s habitat of heavy forest, especially throughout Aroostook County, has dictated the most productive styles of deer hunting since the early 1900s.  Our fathers and grandfathers put much needed venison in the ice box using walk and stalk tactics. 

1 year ago

How our streets got their names

Have you ever stopped to wonder where our streets got their names?  As is the case often in small communities, the streets are named after early settlers.  

1 year ago

The County Crossword for Nov. 29, 2023

You can complete this crossword puzzle online.  Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue. 

1 year ago

Northern Maine to see lower electric bills in 2024

The Maine Public Utilities Commission on Wednesday accepted new standard-offer supply rates for Versant Power’s Maine Public District customers. The district covers much of Aroostook County.

1 year ago

Agency honors individuals, partners for superior service

The Aroostook Agency on Aging used the occasion of its recent Annual Meeting  and 50th anniversary to start a new tradition of recognizing employees, volunteers, partners, and supporters who embody the organization’s mission to improve the lives of older persons in the  community.

1 year ago

Sale of hand-knitted items to benefit Aroostook RSVP

On Friday, Dec. 1 from 4-8 p.m., several members of the Aroostook RSVP advisory committee and a few of the knitters who donate their talents and skills to the project, will be on hand with a large display and  variety of their creations in the 260 Main St. Artists for Aging gallery.

1 year ago

Making a difference

The Insurance Professionals of Northeast Maine had wanted to find a special way to mark Older Americans Month and recognize the strength and experience older persons bring to their communities

1 year ago

Hospital offers smoking cessation resources

Northern Light Health AR Gould Hospital supports the message of quitting smoking — or even better, never starting — as one of the best things you can do for your health.